Crazy Crap Happens at Steve Morris Engines

[@chuckh8800]

For someone to air there dirty laundry is a man who cares about his business and his customers thanks Steve for all you do

[@Watchmedome3017]

💯💯 no bullshit!

[@ronbuckner8179]

Thanx Steve! Good wood buddy!

[@darrensamuels1511]

So true mate Steve is a man of integrity and honour.

[@Whosaids0]

Yea, I dig that part.

[@teknoaija1762]

There points to location and their points to having something.

[@davidgough1161]

The level of transperancy you exhibit is amazing, that shows the ethical engine builder that you are. I appreciate all of the things you share with us. Thank you, Steve!

[@phillipdellecoste8289]

I respect Steve's ethics & it shows other Engine builders how to not make the same mistakes & being honest is the best way!

[@RSi-w5t]

I agree that the honesty is refreshing, but knowing how fickle most people can be I wonder if he doesn't open himself for grief or unnecessary comments from less evolved individuals.

[@bigblockjess617]

Steve. The fact that you show literally everything, good or bad, is what makes you the best. Nothing hidden. And the fact that if something goes wrong with something you did and that u do everything you can to make it right, is why I'm a supporter of you. And you teach me ALOT

[@johnnienitro6812]

NICE..........And I'm sure you bought something lately from Steve?

[@vancecooper9943]

I’m super impressed that you shared the crankshaft situation. Thank you for being honest

[@Zedsdead83]

Steve is the man. He always shows the good and the bad.

[@amandathompson4007]

Wonder how this world made such a nice guy??? Level of integrity un matched such a virtue!!!

[@jetegtmeier71]

it takes a real man to admit his mistakes and an even bigger man to do so publicly, Props to you good sir :)

[@daverupes7022]

2 seconds in when I saw the wagons new panels I smashed the like button! Can't wait to see her back in action

[@exlaskduck]

Its awesome that you show the good, the bad, and the ugly. Not many if any will show as much as you do

[@metalted6128]

When you are the best in the world!! The best motor money can buy. 1 off motors, completely custom built, you will find the weakest links. Improving the design is what makes SME the best in the business!!! Morris family is , honest, hardworking, passionate, and always improving their products!!! Exactly why they are second to NONE!!!

[@funfun8095]

LOL Really? Have you heard of Alan Johnson, Morgan and sons, Carl Foltz, Gene Fulton, Sonny Leonard, Noonan, etc.?? I guess you're perspective is just youtube based... SMH

[@metalted6128]

@@funfun8095 no it isn’t, SME is my neighbor, I use personal information!! So keep running your ignorant mind!!

[@funfun8095]

@@metalted6128 Ignorant mind?? You're not too bright, are you? LOL Name a racing organization that one of his engines has won, that isn't a drag and drive event! NMCA, NHRA, IHRA, PDRA, NMRA, ETC! I'm not saying he's not a good engine builder. I'm saying he's not the best in the world. Hell a stock block, stock crank coyote engine beat all SME powered cars and the last sick week, too! Educate yourself before you open your biased mouth!

[@funfun8095]

@@metalted6128 Running ignorant mind??? LOL You're not too bright, are you? Sick week 2023, 1st place, Ace race engines Noonan LS, 2nd place NOT SME big block chevy, 3rd place Stock block and crank coyote engine, NOT SME. 2024 sick week, 1st place, stock block and crank coyote engine, NOT SME. 2nd place and 3rd place. Big block chevy's NOT SME. Best in world??

[@metalted6128]

@@funfun8095 you have your opinion! I have mine!!! Your the one that said my perspective is from KZbin. Of course there are great engine builders across the world!! Brainiac!!! My favorite is SME!!! Sorry you are butt hurt, cause I have a different favorite!!! You must be a Biden supporter??? Only good opinion, is your own??? Pretty sad, really!!!

[@z06doc86]

Hard not to trust Steve Morris. He’s so honest.

[@pullstartpatriot]

maybe this is his secret plan. lol

[@tiredofthetyranny9874]

He ALSO FIXES THE PROBLEM!!!!!

[@z06doc86]

@@tiredofthetyranny9874 you betcha! He won’t give up until the problem is fixed. Take care. I’m tired of the tyranny too. Big time.

[@tmdwu3110]

I hope that's sarcasm. You can literally hear him trying to blame everyone but himself.

[@JD-tz8bp]

@@tmdwu3110 no, thats not believing your fully in the wrong and still being humble and honest enough to take the hit. and show transparency as well. But enjoy paying him just by you being a hateful fuck

[@2873lonewolf]

This is what makes Steve Morris Engines, one of the premiere engine builders. When a company is run correctly and with integrity, the outcome is near "perfect" products to customer. The prototype SML did well in my opinion, main caps broken and it never failed, that's a nod to how well the engine was designed. Love the videos lately, once I start a new video, i don't get up until its done. Congratulations to winner of Sugga Momma, when it's announced on 24th.

[@Backyard_Racing]

Thanks for keeping it real most people wouldn’t have had the courage to put that out there.

[@teresaharmon4405]

Love that your sooooo honest! I have always owned up to my mistakes and it is refreshing to see others out there that do the same. Keep being you Steve and family and I will always keep watching.

[@korzer]

Love to see the wagon coming back together better than ever, Clark is a legend would like to see more of his work in the video

[@steelmill]

That was a miracle that those main caps didn't create a catastrophic failure.When you push the limits on combustion engines you see some wild stuff. Thanks for sharing and much respect.

[@jimdiamond8246]

Love the crank Steve . haven't seen this done to a crank in years it's definitely old school 😄.

[@FOH3663]

Damn, ... love everything about the rear quarters and the way those monstrously big slicks tuck up underneath. The wagon is badass ... but the rear fender-wells and quarters are 90% of the entire aesthetic. Dewey needs his own channel ... a funny voice over of his perspective of the operation. "Mmmm, what's this? I think I'll eat it".

[@Greg-h7l]

This is the main reason why I have this channel saved in my favorites to watch. I really like the humanity in real life events that happened showing even high-end detailed work like someone like he does he doesn't hide anything he shows you the mistakes also the successes and he's not afraid to do it. He shows you a real deal real-time things that happen and he owns up to his mistakes and you also explains how he's going to improve them in the future so they don't happen.

[@ajspak874]

I love that you shared what happened with the crank I know that crap happens and how you deal with it is the most important. love how the wagons coming out can't wait to see paint back on it.

[@lanceboyett9034]

No matter how much you feel like an idiot, you adapt and overcome. Thank you for the knowledge that you share, it makes us all better mechanics and more knowledgeable. 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@FOH3663]

Dewey ... enjoying the only covered piece of the shop floor. He's a good boy.

[@ianf2985]

You are a true pioneer to be able to do what you’re doing on so many high horsepower applications! Wins and losses just like us normal folks.

[@ltsnotspill6846]

Thank you for being you Steve. You are truly a gem.

[@Jamisons_World]

I swear every video I gain more respect for SM and his commitment to his customers and getting a solution when problems come up 🎉🎉🎉

[@garthp9874]

Anyone can assemble parts that are correct and make a working engine. Thank You for showing what you have to do when things go wrong. I hope your customer understands that you did "make it right" and of course if anything were to happen you would make it right! I am so glad that you prove that there are honest people in the world.

[@jerryzotta4482]

See you changed the wagon to 95-96 doors. Nice! Can't wait to see some more dyno pulls.

[@--_DJ_--]

Are those the ones with the aero mirrors or is something else different?

[@jerryzotta4482]

@@--_DJ_-- 94 and older are bolted to the door below the window. 95-96 are bolted between the a-pillar and top of door. Are the aero mirrors? All I know 95-96 mirrors look better!

[@--_DJ_--]

@@jerryzotta4482 Well "aero" might be a bit of a stretch, but they were much cleaner looking than the ones he was running before. He showed them when he was buying cars for parts.

[@Dr.KuderMD]

Steve Morris engines is concreting himself into greatness! The level of integrity to own mistakes, show failures, design issues and complete transparency is admirable to say the least. Honesty, integrity and standing behind your product even to the point of upgrading previous projects to bring them current with the new iterations is unheard of!!….that would be like buying a iPhone 14 and then having apple upgrade your phones hardware to the iPhone 15 hardware just because they improved the design and functionality of the product! And what I think is important for the average person to know is that EVERY ENGINE BUILDER has issues and failures!! Steve Morris has the integrity and the balls to show us the good bad and the ugly! He could hide or simply not share when something goes bad or the issues and only show us the good and the highlights. He can show the pitfalls but he also makes the HIGHEST quality engines out there and his bespoke engines that he has designed and put out there speak for themselves!! They are simply the best in their class bar none. And I’m very excited about the potential of the SML and Future updates to the SMX. Now that Steve has started producing blocks in-house is very exciting because now revisions can be made immediately.

[@kylewhaley5559]

Really enjoy it when a company is 100% transparent takes a lot to be that way enjoy the channel thanks for the content

[@recoilrob324]

That blower hub coming off and spinning on the floor reminded me of an incident at A&P school (PIA) where they were test running an APU turbine which ran away and came apart. The turbine disc which was maybe 6" in diameter but heavy left the motor....skipped across the concrete floor digging a shallow trench then hit a toolbox nearly cutting it in half. Thank goodness it hit that box because that changed the trajectory upward and it then ran up a guys back who was bending down behind the box (didn't seriously hurt him) and went up to the ceiling where it impaled itself. High rpm things with mass are SCARY!!!

[@79tazman]

I LMAO when I saw that come off and spun across the floor into the corner. That was some crazy stuff

[@--_DJ_--]

Reminds me of that video floating around recently of a large concrete saw blade that came loose and nearly took a guy out walking into a store.

[@UncleManuel]

And these things run more than 33000 rpm which is just insane. But yeah, energy is the product of mass times speed. This is why asteroids have such a great impact. ....... Oh wait, was that a pun? 😁😁

[@funone8716]

Ya when you talk about gas turbines the power levels are worlds removed compared to the lowly piston engines we play with.

[@79tazman]

The Wagon came out awesome that was a smart move making them quarters removable. Hope you made a template that way if there is any more wall kisses you can have another one on it right away and not have to start from scratch again.

[@alanlansdell7533]

What a great lesson those end caps are a great demo of why material and design is critical to performance.

[@stevelee5724]

Hi Steve and crew ! Cheers from New Zealand

[@Zedsdead83]

Im watchin from the land of the long white cloud too👊

[@StephenWindmeier]

Those removable quarter panels are going to be great. Its the positive that came out of hitting the wall.

[@pineychristian]

Steve that 1st block that's not quite finished looks beautiful on the machining on it. The finish that the machine leaves looks awesome

[@Randysshop]

Looking good Steve. One thing you need to remove that little hump in the right rear quarter for the spare tire.

[@davidbo5823]

Yes!

[@dscottmccaig9156]

yes agreed!!............Steves decision of course but I would shave it off

[@StewartMotoring]

Thanks for sharing the those caps, and everything else in the video. I appreciate being able to learn from your experiences, especially with design efficiencies. I’ve heard you don’t want sharp corners and to chamfer everything, but what a great visual representation!

[@colemanbelcher1589]

The Wagon is looking Great!! Good to see it coming back together!! 👍🏼

[@R3KA90]

Watching Steve Morris KZbin is really refreshing to see such honesty sincerity integrity and dedication to the final product respect to you sir

[@BIBSTERSrepairshop]

Thinking about the finish on the water jacket the grooves will add more surface area for the water to cool

[@grubb910]

It really pays off; being an honest man, as yourself. When you need to tell somebody (something) that they don't want to hear, they will more than likely trust you. Humility is a strength, not a weakness. I hope your KZbin presence isn't a burden, myself and so many others are fortunate for the time you invest in these videos. Keep it up!!

[@brianclapp3259]

And once again, I have learned something I didn't think i'd ever need, let alone want, to understand. Your level of transparency is beyond amazing, it's how it should be with everything in the world

[@hillbillywes100]

Again, I really enjoy the deep dives into the issues of running the shop! Real Life

[@shawnwalsh5430]

Not to many Humble businesses around anymore. Thanks Steve.

[@Nithol]

Thanks for being brutally honest and showing these 'setbacks'. Truly shows confidence in your own products and it's really quite interesting to listen to the iterations of making the best engines in the world. So thanks Steve for everything you and the guys at SME does!

[@georgecjr]

Your transparency on mistakes is amazing and commendable. Just do us all a favor and make sure you show the successes so that people can realize that they outway the bad.

[@kenjohnson2730]

There is always a learning curve to everything , had my fun with cam shaft caps like that!

[@firestorm755]

Wow Steve, you really didn't need to explain what happened to the crank but it speaks volumes about you as a person. Honest to the core👍

[@bryceschipper4701]

Appreciate all the honesty and actually show how to get things done

[@kerzwhile]

Talk about a proper transparent honest businessman! ❤

[@GregCollard-cq5yg]

I know of no other engine builder that would show their fups. You are definitely THE BEST. GOOD luck with everything y'all are doing!! 👍

[@sonoragingerdoodles]

I admire your integrity and engineering to accommodate the customer! The sign of an excellent craftsman!

[@tsimpson007]

Your honesty is part of what makes you a great person. That is so rare these days. Thank you Steve.

[@cjm5002]

11:53 Surprisingly not a lot of people really understand sharp radius failure points. Ive been doing engineering/fabrication for a long time and I didn't learn about it for nearly a decade until an old timer called me out on a part (of which i ignored and got humbled within the week when it failed). Its pretty complex and you only got into HALF of the basic explanation too.

[@--_DJ_--]

I thought that was common knowledge, especially among engineers. I just turn wrenches for a living and have known that for as long as I can remember.

[@cjm5002]

@@--_DJ_-- RIGHT! I think it has to do a lot with the rona phase with people reinventing themselves with that extra downtime. All of a sudden everyone is a CAD software master but don't know crap about actual engineering... "but but im a fusion360 master and it says no issues!"

[@at_3831]

Steve handles all the bad with grace!

[@vehdynam]

I always learn something at SME. Wagon is looking great.Good save on that Hemi. Thanks for the update.

[@MiscRocketVideos]

Wow on both the crank and the main caps. Bummer of a week, but very cool of you to step up and tell the story. Good job, sir.

[@glenbrannon7224]

Awesome job on the wagon and fixing the block. 😊

[@t123macful]

Thanks for showing us stuff that we really didn’t need to see!!! It was interesting indeed!!!🇨🇦

[@roughwater3454]

Pretty cool. On the wagon I wonder if there will be more smoke getting in the car during the burn out, as a result of the body mods. Maybe add a fan to evacuate the smoke. Like a blower in a boat engine compartment. Good luck...

[@andylewis7360]

One word - Crankenstein 😬 Good job being so up-front about mistakes that happen, Steve. Shows you’re an authentic gentleman. 😊👍🏻

[@t3chnicianb3000]

That is some absolute Family Truckster love! I am certain Clark W. Griswold is sending blessings toward You and Your Crew! 🙏🙏🙏

[@JW-hm6ou]

Steve thanks for sharing the information on the big hemi crank. Looking forward to seeing you put that together And Dyno test the engine. I appreciate that you show that your human and errors can happen to anyone then you show how you fix it and that it runs after you fix it.

[@slow89s10]

I like that you let people know that a problem or issue has been found and you own up to your mistakes or communication I wish more business owners would do the same

[@RFoster130]

Love seeing the behind the scenes stuff, good and bad. Wagon is looking awesome!

[@DavidTolbert-r1h]

Love the tech talk. Love the car data after a run. Love the shagging wagon it’s fast! And live Steve’s sense of humor!! Keep it up!!

[@michaelmain1990]

The surface finish on the water passages looks like it would actually cool better than if it was "polished" maybe only slightly but you currently have more surface area than if it was totally flat

[@kileakzero3229]

Leaving higher ridges would help dissipate heat, like heat sinks :)

[@Vitormarques542]

More surface area that's why

[@teknoaija1762]

You guys cannot be american!!

[@throttlebottle5906]

problem with coarse, jagged, rough surfaces and liquid flow(not under high pressure) is turbulence, which causes air pockets, bubbles and erosion, it's likely to have less effective cooling. darned science

[@teknoaija1762]

@@throttlebottle5906 Not relevant here.Surface in question is nothing like that.

[@408Satellite]

Good on you. My first engine builder was 640g off the bob weight. National company I will not name. The engine made it 500 miles before I snapped at the first counter weight on the main. Happened to be my wedding day too. Since it was on an oil galley it took my a while to figure out what happened. I did not go back to them and it was the second 1 man builder that figured it out. He was super careful in the build and it's been great ever since 2018.

[@Rollin8.0]

Those main caps are wild - old mate is CRAZY lucky he didn't end up with his crank on the track. Excellent illustration of the importance of radiusing stressed areas - was fantastic to see the old and revised designs.

[@Hookah268]

Regarding the crank shaft and adding bolts, welding material, and the strips, how would know it wasn't imbalanced, or does that not make a difference at the "low" RPM's you mentioned. I appreciate your transparency. I think it's important for people to put into perspective that "failures" are inherent to prototypes and engines that are being asked to squeeze out every ounce of HP possible. Every failure improves innovation.

[@NFBartos]

How was the SML holding together?! 2 completely broken caps, one cracked on both sides, that leaves 2 good caps left at best. That crank must be stiff as hell! Also it's amazing you've already fixed the problem of every single other SML you built well before you'd even seen a failure. You're an brilliant engine builder Steve, thanks for taking us along.

[@Elboman11]

You are an awesome person and businessman. I'm sure you wear many other hats just as well too! Keep up the good work ethics. God Bless you and your family.

[@davidelzinga9757]

Problem solving and improving on the past is an art. One I watch with great satisfaction

[@allenl9031]

Many videos ago I had suggested hinging the rear fenders to ease tire changes, no longer having to inflate, deflate the tires to sneak them in, making them now completely removable, good idea Steve.

[@chrissena3050]

Holy splat!! That's some crazy stuff! That crank!!😲 Mr. Steve, you're such a stand-up guy, man. Most people wouldn't do what u did. Most would never even speak of things like that. Truth is, though, all sorts of crazy stuff has happen to all of us who do this. Most of us are just too insecure to announce it. Thanks for sharing. God bless, man!

[@RyanKogelschatz]

The best engine builder period!!!! And how he always takes accountability and responsibility even when it may not be his fault is truly something special….. to take the hits he takes is why he keeps customers for life…… keep doing great things …. # team morris

[@davidsholar2874]

The information you put in your videos is incredible and how you explain things is awesome. And dewy always has to be supervising things as they happen

[@gcrauwels941]

Really appreciate the knowledge you pass along to the rest of us.

[@Larry5469]

To allow us to see the bad with the good is amazing as so many others would hide their mistakes and you present them to us and explain the thinking behind it. Thanks for all the good deeds you do for the racing community.

[@rogerraff6823]

I really admire your honesty and integrity, if I was buying a race motor I’d buy from you

[@mackspears8771]

Honestly, Steve, this could happen anytime You have a thriving business with so many irons in the fire. Looking forward to the next addition to the shop.Steve Morris billet cranks

[@dmeemd7787]

Absolutely phenomenal everything you do and here I don’t know if anyone else would ever do that..! This is how people learn and understand that shit is hard, but don’t give up on it!!

[@dusty265]

Super cool as always, love the way the Wagon is turning out!

[@stevehanwright481]

I enjoy your honesty, I always learn something

[@pullstartpatriot]

Have you ever considered building a 4 cylinder SMX? using a smx head you are currently making. should ask in a video!

[@gothicpagan.666]

100% right about that radii on those caps. Had a problem on a very small British motor with regards to rod end caps. From factory they were designed like you prototype main. When modified to resemble your mk2 version I never had a failure. Even now if I get a set of the 45 year old rods they out last the current crop of Chinese metal rods.

[@gazza116]

the crankshaft reminds me of the bolt on counter balances of old they worked,but at much lower revs.what were they thinking cut the weights and then add weight?

[@carlstephens-tm7zj]

Love watching your videos and learning things about your engines as you build them.

[@Enigma-Sapiens]

Sorry about all the bad luck lately, hopefully, things will improve from here on out! That wagon is the most awesome drag car I know of and I really like Kyle's Mustang too! Best of luck to you guys!

[@darrensamuels1511]

Good work Steve you are a man of integrity and honour.

[@1rawdawg007]

Crankenstein ! Like that quick release belt/pulley too! Hole lee. Block work is lookin like jewelry ! Those crank caps are crazy

[@lespeterson3426]

Thanks for the update, if it wasn't for the problem or the differences or the situation or the breaking how would you ever know what to fix? Keep making improvements that's what you do.

[@davidedgar2818]

I was an assitant in a shop in the mid eighties that did nitro sand rails. It was very detailed work but damn when you were at the races it was exceptional. When the engine blew it could be months of work to pay for parts. I remember when the supercharger blew and took out tge full pulley assembley. The big boss got sone billet aluminium stock and turned the pulleys on our brake lathe. He balanced them on a tire balancer. This was a life lesson to appreciate and make use of your tools and your brains.

[@WilliamDundon]

OMG Steve the cost of the little mistakes are just crazy and how sick you must feel. But you always keep your chin up and do what’s right for everyone. Nice work.

[@rebekahm4919]

Steve just shows your honest and have nothing to hide everyone makes mistakes but a smart repair on hemi crank. Well done . Steve your new blocks are they all 4 bolt from top of main caps . Or will you also try the hemi style two bolts threw block to stop cap twisting with all the power your engines produce . Just curious

[@gimmethecarkeys]

That's why your still in business Steve! Honesty... one of the main reasons I love watching the channel... kills me to see you go through it though... we are all human and I wish you the best! Can't wait for the next upload! 💪💪💪

[@DougBunn-m6p]

My dad owned a garage until 1967 when a semi ran a red light and hit his truck, with him in it. I learned a lot about cars, trucks, engines, welding and more. I will say I have learned a lot watching your videos and realized I can rebuild an engine even now but it would only be good for transportation, not racing. So much I don’t know. Seeing Clay Milligan explain the intricacies of a fuel car tells me I know very little. I understand how it all works together. Keep up the “Racing Engines 201”. I want to keep my 4.0 so I need more lab time.

[@ryno6101]

Living and learning ❤❤❤ Thanks for sharing

[@steveschulz7824]

The texture in the water jacket is a good thing. It causes an increase in surface area so it will be even more efficient cooling.

[@jimhertel5125]

Said same thing on last video or whenever as well as acting like ribbing depending how it was done

[@joshwynn1836]

Thanks Steve! Those blocks look amazing! If you're ever willing to sponsor one of your LS blocks out, please let me know! I've been building a 99 Camaro SS over 2yrs, close to 3 now, but I crushed both hands in a 100 ton industrial brake press, so after I filed for disability, I've only been able to make just over $1100/mo., w/3 kids and a wife! I'm so thankful for her being by my side, but it's been hell just to get this far, and I still need a cage and a few other small things to make it race ready, but it has a Mike Lough 408, assembled by me, Dart Pro1 225's w/.750 springs, about 11.5:1, his oil mod, Johnson 2126LSR lifters, Melling hv/hp oil pump w/the COPO relief spring...but my limit is my rotating assy., at 1200hp, and although this is a streetcar, I'm keeping a/c, but it'll be aftermarket, I'm still looking to be fast at a race week or whatever I can afford to do! I'm close to Bradenton, and I'd be willing to travel to both represent your business, as well as be there to help when I can, be at a specific race, whatever you need. The nice thing about the situation, is I have more free time, but I also hustle my ass off so I can pay bills and finish this car! I JUST set the motor in it Fri., never yet fired with all the paperwork. I could get at least 11,5 for it the way it sits! That'd be a good start for internals for your block, and the 91/102 FIS should spice it up a lil!lol I'm sure, if you're reading this even, you're prolly laughing at this, but hey, I'm not one to ask for help or handouts. I'd make it worth your time! Thanks Steve, I enjoy the learning I get out of your videos! OH, question...Have you ever ran a stock LS block with aftermarket heads and 3/8 pushrods..? Just wondering if I'm gonna have any rubbing or issues when I fire this deal. Mike seems to think it's fine, he's done enough to know...but the way they feel, they're awful tight for my comfort!! I'll definitely be checking after the 1st 5min or so of run time, if anything go down to a 5/16, .120 wall pushrods, I guess...? Idk, but I REALLY don't want to pull my heads again! Thank you sir!

[@oldkootz]

Love the transparency! Keep it up.